Professional Pastoral Supervision with CAIRA

Talk to a professionally trained person
about role-related work issues,
in order to develop personal growth
and improve competence you the role.

The aim of supervision

is personal growth in the pastoral role…. As in all good education, personal growth is an important goal. You cannot engage in such close reflection upon your efforts to care for others without wrestling with personal changes in your own attitudes and behaviour.

by David A. Steere in “The Supervision of Pastoral Care”

What is Good Supervision?

Operates within a supportive, safe and confidential relationship

Central to this relationship is an atmosphere of trust and openness

Continuing quality and competence is the desired outcome

Assists in responding to issues arising in paid or voluntary responsibilities